H.R.8266

Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026

Introduced·4/14/26

Bans gasoline exports when U.S. prices are $3.12 per gallon or higher for 7 days.

The Gasoline Export Ban Act of 2026 prohibits the export of gasoline when U.S. prices reach or exceed $3.12 per gallon for seven consecutive days. The ban ends the day after prices drop below this threshold for seven days. The President can exempt certain exports if they align with national interests. The act defines gasoline according to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.

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History

Apr 14

House

Introduced in House

Apr 14

House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.